2017 Map of The Pillar

About this map

The Pillar stands as a prominent landmark in this San Juan County landscape, providing a vertical point of reference amidst a complex network of seasonal drainage systems. The northern half of the quadrangle is defined by the Pinabete Arroyo and the high ground of Moncisco Mesa, where Moncisco Wash carves through the terrain. This high desert environment is sparsely developed, centered around a primary east-west transportation corridor. Indian Svc Rte 5 serves as the main artery through the central portion of the sheet, connecting the disparate drainage basins of the north with the Brimhall Wash system in the south. The map illustrates the specialized infrastructure of the Shiprock Agency region, where road networks are often oriented around these significant arroyos and geographical markers rather than traditional township centers.